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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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