Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Senegal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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