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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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