Learn more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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