Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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