Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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