Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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