Find out more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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