Learn more about the significant new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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