Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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