Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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