Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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