Find out more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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