Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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