Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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