Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in elearning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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