Learn more about the informative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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