Learn more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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