Learn more about this educative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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