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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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