Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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