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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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