Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online education have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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