Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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