Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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