Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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