Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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