Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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