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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This 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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