Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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