Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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