Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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