Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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