Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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