Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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