Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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