Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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