Find out more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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