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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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