Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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