Learn more about this interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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