Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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