Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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