Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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