Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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