Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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