Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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