Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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