Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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