Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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