Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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