Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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