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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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