Learn more about the educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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