Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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