Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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