Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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