Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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