Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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