Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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