Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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