Learn more about this thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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