Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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