Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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