Learn more about the enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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