Find out more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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