Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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