Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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