Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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