Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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