Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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