Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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