Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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