Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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