Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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