Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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