Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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