Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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