Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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