Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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