Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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