Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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