Learn more about the interesting book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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