Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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