Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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