Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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