Learn more about the appealing new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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