Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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