Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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