Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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