Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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