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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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