Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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