Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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