Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning have empowered learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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