Find out more about this scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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