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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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