Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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