Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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