Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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