Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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