Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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