Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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