Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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