Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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