Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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