Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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