Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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