Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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