Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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