Find out more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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