Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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