Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are empowering students all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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