Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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