Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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