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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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