Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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