Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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