Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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