Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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