Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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