Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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