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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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