Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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