Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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