Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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