Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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