Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning have enabled humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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