Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Academics want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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