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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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