Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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