Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology enable people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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