Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online education are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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