Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education experiments. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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