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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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