Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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