Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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