Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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