Learn more about this engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning enable people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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