Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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