Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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