Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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