Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online learning have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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