Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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