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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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