Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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