Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also reviews 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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