Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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