Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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