Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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