Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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