Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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