Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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