Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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