Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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