Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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