Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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