Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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