Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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