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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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