Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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