Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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