Find out more about this informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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