Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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