Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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