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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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