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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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