Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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