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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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