Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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