Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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