Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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