Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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