Learn more about this authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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