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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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