Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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