Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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