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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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