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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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