Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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