Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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