Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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