Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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