Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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