Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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