Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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