Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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