Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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