Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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