Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also investigates the key 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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