Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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