Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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