Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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