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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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