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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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