Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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