Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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