Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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