Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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