Learn more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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