Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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