Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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