Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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