Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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