Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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