Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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