Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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