Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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