Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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