Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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