Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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