Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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