Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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