Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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