Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also describes 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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