Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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