Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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