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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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