Learn more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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