Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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