Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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