Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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