Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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