Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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