Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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