Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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