Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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