Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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