Find out more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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