Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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