Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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