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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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