Find out more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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