Learn more about this impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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