Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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