Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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