Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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