Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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