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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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