Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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