Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning enable learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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