Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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