Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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