Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology are enabling humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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