Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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