Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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