Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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