Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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