Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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