Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online education have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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