Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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