Learn more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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