Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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