Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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