Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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