Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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