Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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