Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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