Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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