Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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