Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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