Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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