Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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