Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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