Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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