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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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