Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in digital education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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