Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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