Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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