Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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