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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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