Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education undertakings. People want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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