Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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