Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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