Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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