Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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