Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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