Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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