Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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