Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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