Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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