Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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