Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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