Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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