Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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