Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information the amazing 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 researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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