Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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