Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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