Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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