Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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