Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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