Find out more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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