Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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