Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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