Learn more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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