Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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