Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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