Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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