Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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