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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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