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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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