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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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