Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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