Find out more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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