Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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