Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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