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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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