Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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