Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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