Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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