Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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