Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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