Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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