Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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