Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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