Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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