Find out more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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