Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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