Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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