Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Brazzaville) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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