Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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