Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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