Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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