Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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