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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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