Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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