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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Singapore to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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