Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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