Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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