Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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