Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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