Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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