Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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