Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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