Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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