Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in elearning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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