Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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