Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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