Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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