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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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