Learn more about this interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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