Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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