Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses 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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