Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning enable people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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