Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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