Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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