Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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