Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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