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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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