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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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