Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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