Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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