Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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