Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. People want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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