Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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