Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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