Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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