Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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