Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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