Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology enable students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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