Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning enable humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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