Find out more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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