Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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