Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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