Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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