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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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