Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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