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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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