Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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