Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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