Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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