Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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