Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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