Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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