Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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