Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online education are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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