Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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