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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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