Find out more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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