Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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