Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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