Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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