Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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