Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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