Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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