Learn more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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