Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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