Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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