Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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