Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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