Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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