Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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