Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online education have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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