Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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