Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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