Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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