Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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