Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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