Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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