Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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