Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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