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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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