Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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