Find out more about the cutting-edge new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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