Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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