Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic educational technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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