Find out more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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