Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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