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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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