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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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