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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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