Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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