Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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