Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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