Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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