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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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