Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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