Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better grasp these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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