Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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