Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in digital education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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