Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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