Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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