Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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