Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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