Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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