Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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