Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education