Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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