Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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