Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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