Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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