Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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