Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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