Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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