Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online education have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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