Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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