Learn more about this exceptional new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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