Find out more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum 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 explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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