Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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