Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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