Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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