Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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