Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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