Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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