Find out more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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