Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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