Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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