Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online education are enabling students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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