Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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