Learn more about this fine new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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