Learn more about the edifying new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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