Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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