Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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