Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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