Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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