Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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