Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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