Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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