Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like State University of New York to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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