Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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