Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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