Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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