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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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