Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers 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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