Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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