Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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