Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the major 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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