Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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