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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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