Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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