Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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