Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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