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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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