Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Benin to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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