Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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