Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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