Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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