Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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