Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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