Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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