Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology have enabled humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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