Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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