Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive 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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