Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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