Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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