Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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