Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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