Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online education have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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