Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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