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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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