Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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