Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to massively open online courses (MOOCs) and open educational resources. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation.

There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? What business models are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC classes? Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. To meet this expanding desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. For more details please visit this Massively Open Online Course University site.

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