Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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