Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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