Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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