Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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