Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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