Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic 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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