Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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