Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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