Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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