Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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