Find out more about this cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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