Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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