Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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