Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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