Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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