Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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