Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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