Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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