Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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