Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the 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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